Alken Henry Thomas Collection

Duck Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Duck Shooting, ca. 1825

Grouse Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Grouse Shooting, ca. 1825

Partridge Shooting, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Partridge Shooting, ca. 1825

Duck Shooting in Winter, ca. 1825. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Duck Shooting in Winter, ca. 1825

Scenes from a steeplechase: Taking a Hedge, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a steeplechase: Taking a Hedge; A Steeplechase: Near the Finish, ca. 1845

Scenes from a Steeplechase: The Winner, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a Steeplechase: The Winner; A Steeplechase: The Winner, ca. 1845

Scenes From a Steeplechase: Another Hedge, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes From a Steeplechase: Another Hedge; A Steeplechase: Taking a Hedge and Ditch, ca. 1845

Scenes from a steeplechase: Near the Finish, ca. 1845. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Scenes from a steeplechase: Near the Finish; A Steeplechase: Another Hedge, ca. 1845

Hunting Scene: The Meet, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: The Meet; The Belvoir Hunt: The meet, ca. 1840

Hunting Scene: The Kill, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: The Kill; The Belvoir Hunt: The Death, ca. 1840

Hunting Scene: In Full Cry, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: In Full Cry; The Belvoir Hunt: Full Cry, ca. 1840

The Quorn Hunt in Full Cry: Second Horses, ca. 1835. Creator: John Dalby
The Quorn Hunt in Full Cry: Second Horses, ca. 1835. after Henry Thomas Alken

Hunting Scene: Drawing the Cover, ca. 1840. Creator: Henry Thomas Alken
Hunting Scene: Drawing the Cover; The Belvoir Hunt: Jumping into and out of a lane, ca. 1840

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"Alken Henry Thomas: Capturing the Thrill of Hunting and Steeplechase" Step into the world of Alken Henry Thomas, a renowned artist from the 19th century who skillfully depicted the excitement and beauty of various sporting activities. With his masterful brushstrokes, he captured scenes that transport us back to a time when duck shooting was an art form in itself. In "Duck Shooting, " we witness hunters poised with their muskets, ready to take aim at their feathered targets. The frozen landscape in "Duck Shooting in Winter" adds an extra layer of challenge and adventure to this timeless pursuit. Moving on to grouse shooting, Alken Henry Thomas presents us with a scene that exudes elegance and refinement. In "Grouse Shooting, " gentlemen clad in traditional attire navigate through picturesque moorlands as they seek out these elusive birds. Similarly, "Partridge Shooting" showcases the camaraderie between friends as they embark on another thrilling hunting expedition. But it is not just hunting that captivated Alken's artistic eye; he also turned his attention towards steeplechase events. In his series titled "Scenes from a Steeplechase, " we are transported into heart-pounding moments where riders courageously tackle formidable hedges while astride magnificent horses. From taking daring leaps over hurdles in "Taking a Hedge" to celebrating victory at "The Winner, " each painting captures both the physical challenges and emotional triumphs experienced by these equestrian athletes. Not limited to steeplechases alone, Alken also delved into foxhunting scenes with great finesse. In paintings such as "Hunting Scene: The Meet, " we witness riders gathering together before embarking on an exhilarating chase across sprawling landscapes. The intensity reaches its peak in works like "Hunting Scene: The Kill" and "Hunting Scene: In Full Cry, " where the pursuit of the fox becomes a thrilling spectacle.